Emma Johnson, Arvon’s Development Manager (pictured on the left), woke up one Sunday and ran for Arvon. Emma hopes others will do the same - spreading the word about Arvon’s work with words, whilst having a lot of fun on the way.

I’m the first to admit that I’m not naturally athletic and it takes quite a lot to get me out of bed on a Sunday before 11. But yesterday I fought every urge to stay under the duvet and ran the Hydro Active Women’s Challenge 5k in Hyde Park. It’s the third time I’ve participated and I love the day itself -  the sun always shines, Hyde Park always looks lovely, and its a massive buzz to take part in something that generates so much good will towards so many deserving charities. I ran for Arvon, getting sponsorship from friends and family, and I hope to raise about £400 before gift aid is added.

If you would like to raise money for Arvon this way, then please do let us know. Raising money through sponsorable activities is easy, fun, and, most importantly, it spreads the word about Arvon to a wider audience. So if you feel inspired, then do please get in touch at e.johnson@arvonfoundation.org

If I can - you can!!